Typical Timeline


Year 1

Full Standing

  • Required Coursework
  • Laboratory Rotations
  • Written Qualifying Exam on Coursework (June of 1st year)
  • Select Advisor

Year 2

Advanced Standing

  • Begin Thesis Work
  • Required Coursework
  • Electives
  • Finalize Thesis Proposal

Year 3

Candidacy

  • Finish Coursework, if needed
  • Oral Qualifying Exam (August)
  • Dissertation Research

Year 4 and Onward

PhD and Onward!

  • Dissertation Research
  • Written Defense
  • Oral Defense